Betacor 5

Indications of Betacor 5 Tablet

Bisoprolol is indicated in-

• Moderate to severe heart failure
• Angina
• Hypertension

 

Pharmacology of Betacor 5 Tablet

Bisoproloru hemibuma rate is the most selective β1 blocker. This shows the highest level of affinity for the β1 receptor than any other beta blocker available to date. Reduces arterial hypertension by selectively blocking β1 adrenergic receptors in cardiac and vascular smooth muscle, reducing heart rate and cardiac output. Although lipid metabolism in patients with non-β1-selective β1-blockers may be affected by β-blockers, bisoprolol does not cause changes in the cholesterol fraction, including cardioprotective HDL cholesterol, in long-term therapy.

 

Dosage & Administration of Betacor 5 Tablet

Hypertension: The dose of Bisoprolol must be individualized to the needs of the patient. The usual starting dose is 5 mg once daily. In some patients, 2.5 mg may be an appropriate starting dose. If the antihypertensive effect of 5 mg is inadequate, the dose may be increased to 10 mg and then, if necessary, to 20 mg once daily.

Angina: Usually 10 mg once daily (5 mg may be adequate in some patients) max 20 mg daily.

Heart Failure: Initially 1.25 mg once daily (in the morning) for 1 week then, if well tolerated, increased to 2.5 mg once daily for 1 week, then 3.75 mg once daily for 1 week, then 5 mg once daily for 4 weeks, then- 7.5 mg once daily for 4 weeks, then 10 mg once daily maximum 10 mg daily

 

Interactions of Betacor 5 Tablet

Bisoprolol should not be combined with other ß-blocking agents.

 

Contraindications

In patients with cardiogenic shock, overt heart failure, second or third degree A-V block, right ventricular failure secondary to pulmonary hypertension and sinus bradycardia.

 

Side Effects of Betacor 5 Tablet

Gastro-intestinal disturbances, bradycardia, hypotension, headache, fatigue, sleep disturbances, dizziness, vertigo, thrombocytopenia, visual disturbances, alopecia may be occurred.

 

Pregnancy

The safety of bisoprolol during pregnancy has not been established. No data is available for lactation.

 

Precautions

Monitoring of renal, hepatic and hematopoietic function should be performed at regular intervals during long-term treatment with bisoprolol.

 

Therapeutic Class

Anti adrenergic agent (Beta blockers), Beta-adrenoceptor blocking drugs, Beta-blockers

 

Storage Conditions

Keep in a dry place away from light and heat. Keep out of the reach of children.

 

Pharmaceutical Name of Betacor 5 Tablet

Popular Pharmaceuticals Ltd

 

Generic of Betacor 5 Tablet

Bisoprolol Hemifumarate